Computer Sciences
Corporation has been awarded a task order to support the Missile
Defense Agency (MDA) in the development of advanced capabilities for the
ballistic missile defense system. The contract includes three parts. The
base year and three one-year options are valued collectively at more than
$23 million if all options are exercised. An additional six-year term,
potentially worth more than $36 million, may be awarded on a performance
basis.
Under the contract, CSC will provide technical program management, systems
integration and scientific services to assist the MDA’s Advanced Systems
Directorate. Specifically, CSC will support the development of technologies
to improve sensor discrimination, battle management and other missile defense
capabilities.
“This is an exciting opportunity to support planning and execution of the
innovative concepts necessary to improve our nation’s missile defense
capabilities,” said Aaron Fuller, vice president and general manager of CSC’s
Navy/Marine Corps and Missile Defense organization. “CSC’s extensive
experience in the technical, scientific and program management disciplines
required for effective ballistic missile defense ideally positions CSC for
this role.”
Approximately 30 employees from CSC and its subcontractors will perform
the work in Arlington, Va.
About CSC
Founded in 1959, Computer Sciences Corporation is one of the world’s
leading information technology (IT) services companies. CSC’s mission is to
provide customers in industry and government with solutions crafted to meet
their specific challenges and enable them to profit from the advanced use of
technology.
With more than 65,000 employees, CSC provides innovative solutions for
customers around the world by applying leading technologies and CSC’s own
advanced capabilities. These include systems design and integration; IT and
business process outsourcing; applications software development; Web and
application hosting; and management consulting. Headquartered in El Segundo,
Calif., CSC reported revenue of $11.4 billion for the 12 months ended Sept.
27, 2002. For more information, visit the company’s Web site at www.csc.com .